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Can You Visit Someone with Dementia Too Much?

Key Takeaways Focus on quality over quantity for visits, keeping them short and positive. Tailor your visits to the person's current stage and energy levels. Plan simple, familiar activities to help you connect in a calm environment. A supportive community, such as one offering memory care, can create a comforting routine. Tips for Visiting Someone…
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Does Reading Improve Memory?

Does Reading Improve Memory? Key Takeaways Reading provides valuable mental stimulation that supports memory, focus, and overall cognitive wellness. Following storylines and recalling details helps strengthen neural pathways and keep the mind active. Regular reading can reduce stress, improve concentration, and may help ease feelings of brain fog. Pairing reading with other healthy habits—social interaction,…
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The FAST Scale for Dementia: A Guide

Key Takeaways The FAST Scale is a 7-stage tool that helps track functional changes associated with dementia. It provides families with a clearer understanding of what to expect as dementia progresses. The scale is a helpful guide for planning and making decisions about future care needs. Understanding the stages to help determine when options like…
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What to Expect from a Memory Care Community

Key Takeaways Memory care communities offer specialized programming and secure environments designed for residents with cognitive changes Daily life includes structured activities, nutritious meals, and personalized care assistance Trained staff provide 24/7 support with medical monitoring and medication management Choosing memory care for your loved one is one of life's most challenging decisions. You're navigating…
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What Is the Difference Between Forgetfulness & Dementia?

Key Takeaways: Normal forgetfulness vs. dementia: Everyday memory lapses are a natural part of aging, but dementia involves progressive cognitive decline that significantly impacts daily life and independence. Recognizing warning signs: Pay attention to consistent or escalating issues with hygiene, inappropriate clothing choices, difficulty with food preparation, mobility problems, and repetitive conversations or forgetting familiar…
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Creating Safe Summer Routines for Memory Care Residents

Summer in Sun City Center is full of sunshine and opportunity, but for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, the season requires thoughtful planning. Warmer temperatures, longer days, and changes in routine can be disorienting or overwhelming for those in memory care. That’s why creating safe, supportive summer routines is so important. In memory care…
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How to Talk to Your Loved One About Moving to Assisted Living

Bringing up the idea of assisted living with a loved one isn’t easy. It’s a conversation filled with emotions, and finding the right words can feel overwhelming. The key is to approach the discussion with empathy and understanding, focusing on your loved one’s well-being and the benefits of a supportive assisted living community. Assisted living…
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The Connection Between Healthy Eating & Memory Retention

Your brain is a powerhouse, working tirelessly every moment of the day. It stores memories, processes information, and governs how you perceive the world. But did you know the foods you eat could directly impact how efficiently your brain performs these tasks?  The connection between eating habits and brain health is undeniable. Simply put, what…

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